Saint John the Baptist

Possibly North Italian 17th Century

National Gallery of Art

The sculpture depicts a relief of a man with long, wavy hair and a full beard, wearing a textured garment covering his shoulders and chest. His right hand is raised and placed across his chest. The sculpture is made from dark bronze material. In the backdrop, there is inscribed text that reads "NON SVR EXIT MAIOR." The rectangular shape of the sculpture is emphasized by a small loop at the top. The overall appearance is detailed, with careful attention to textures and facial features of the subject.